Mid Century Teak Corner Unit, 1960s
By Greaves and Thomas
Located in South Shields, GB
A mid century teak corner cabinet possibly by Greaves & Thomas, circa 1960's The corner cabinet
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid Century Teak Corner Unit, 1960s
By Greaves and Thomas
Located in South Shields, GB
A mid century teak corner cabinet possibly by Greaves & Thomas, circa 1960's The corner cabinet
Teak
$3,996Sale Price / set|20% Off
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Bookcase Shelf Wall Unit Credenza Cabinet- 2 pcs
By Lovig Dansk, Arne Vodder
Located in Madison, WI
Fantastic, minimalist Original Danish Teak Mid Century Credenza piece that is just the perfect size
Wood, Teak
$1,264Sale Price|20% Off
Poul Cadovius Cado Teak Wall Shelf Units, 'Three Pieces'
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
come with wall brackets. Units only. Solid teak.
Teak
Mid Century WK furniture teak shelf cabinet bookcase vintage
Located in Berlin, DE
, Mid Century Material: Teak, Approx. dimensions: width: 100cm, depth: 45cm, height 131.5cm Product ID
Teak
$3,597Sale Price|40% Off
Mid century danish modern sideboard credenza with bookcase shelf unit by Lovig
By Peter Løvig Nielsen, Lovig Dansk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid century Danish modern credenza with shelf unit designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen for
Brass
Mid-Century Poul Cadovius Royal System Wall Unit, Teak, Integrated Desk
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in Los Angeles, CA
includes a rare, subtle shelf light that enhances functionality. Similar units also available (Please
Metal, Enamel
Mid Century Danish HG Teak Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase
By Hansen & Guldborg Møbler
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Danish modern Hansen & Guldborg modular teak wood wall unit shelving
Metal
Small Poul Cadovius Wall Unit with Desk, Mid-Century Shelf Royal System, Denmark
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in München, Bavaria
this vintage mid-midcentury modern Poul Cadovius Royal System Wall Unit, a true masterpiece of
Glass, Teak
$3,847Sale Price|44% Off
Mid century danish modern credenza flip down desk bookcase shelf unit by Lovig
By Lovig Dansk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid century Danish modern credenza with flip down desk and shelf unit designed by Lovig
Brass
Mid century Teak wall shelving unit by Hilker for Omnia, Germany, 1960s
By Omnia, Hilker
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid century Teak shelving unit by Hilker for Omnia, Germany 1960s Designed by Hilker - Made from
Metal
Vintage Danish Teak Bookcases, Set of Three, Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit, 1960s
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
An elegant Set of Three Danish bookcases, crafted from teak veneer in a Mid-Century Modern style
Teak
Staples Ladderax Shelving Unit, Teak Mid-Century like Danish 50s String Shelves
By Ladderax, Robert Heal
Located in London, GB
Kajsa Strinning. It would make a fantastic addition to a European mid-century themed modern interior. It
Metal
Small German Mid-Century Wall Unit in Teak by Walter Wirz for Wilhelm Renz, 1960
By Walter Wirz, Wilhelm Renz
Located in München, Bavaria
- here in a teak version with beautiful grain and 100 cm length. Due to spacers the shelf appears very
Teak
G Plan Teak Corner Shelf
Located in Basildon, London
The G Plan Teak Corner Shelf is a quintessential piece of mid-century modern design, offering both
Wood
Teak Partnerdesk Bureau mid 20th century
Located in MILL, NL
. Early/mid 20th century. Each side has a door with shelf on the left and a drawer unit with 4 drawers on
Teak
Danish Teak Shelf attributed to Peder Moos, 1950s.
By Peder Moos
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Teak Shelf attributed to Peder Moos, 1950s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern triangular
Teak
Danish Teak Shelf attributed to Peder Moos, 1950s.
By Peder Moos
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Teak Shelf attributed to Peder Moos, 1950s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern triangular
Teak
Danish Modern Teak 5-Piece Entertainment / Wall Unit — 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A striking Danish Modern teak entertainment unit from the 1970s, designed in five modular sections
Teak
Walter Wirz for Renz - Minimalist shelf in teak
By Walter Wirz, Wilhelm Renz
Located in Brussels, BE
Elegant and understated, this shelving unit by Walter Wirz for Wilhelm Renz features a U-profile
Teak
Mid-Century Shelves & Wall Units by Kai Kristiansen for FM Mobler, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
Located in KUTNO, PL
lightness, despite its solidity. The main wood is teak with a beautiful grain. The metal brackets are
Teak
$8,800Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Danish Imported Mid Century Standalone bookcase shelf with Writing Desk
Located in Seattle, WA
despite its significant size kick-out legs also “lighten” the piece and provide the essential mid-century
Teak
Mid Century Swedish Shelf by Bertil Fridhagen for Bodafors 1950/60's
By Bertil Fridhagen, Bodafors
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern wall unit, shelves, desk, designed by Bertil Fridhagen for Bodafors
Glass, Teak
1960s Curvy Steel Framed Standing Shelving Unit with Teak Shelves, Italy
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian 1960s free-standing shelving unit with unusual black enameled steel frame and teak shelving
Steel
$3,704Sale Price / set|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Wall Units by William Watting for Scanflex, 1960s
By ScanFlex, William Watting
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern modular two-tone wall units or shelving units. Design by William Watting
Beech, Teak
Mid-Century Shelves & Wall Units & Desk by Kai Kristiansen for FM Mobler, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
Located in KUTNO, PL
proportions give the system lightness, despite its solidity. The main wood is teak with a beautiful grain
Teak
Ico Parisi Attributed, Teak Wall Display Unit with Multi-Colored Drawers
By Ico Parisi, Gio Ponti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom Mid-Century Italian Teak and Maple Wall Display Unit Attributed to Ico Parisi In the style
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Teak and Brass Stands or Side Tables
Located in Nantucket, MA
A very unusual pair of Mid-Century Modern teak and brass stands or side tables. Shallow enough to
Brass
1960’s Mid-Century Modern room divider / wall unit by Schrieber
Located in London, GB
other famous names. This room divider shelf unit is typical of the Schreiber look, Danish style
Formica, Beech
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s.
By Vald Mortensen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s. High-end freestanding executive
Teak
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern, Wall Mounted Bookshelf, Teak, Norway, 1967
Located in Manhasset, NY
Norwegian Mid-Century Modern, Wall Mounted Bookshelf, Teak, Norway, 1967 This elegant wall-mounted
Glass, Teak
Mid-Century Modern, 1960 Retro Large Teak / Metal Tomado Shelving library system
By Tomado
Located in Markington, GB
impressive mid-century shelving unit is in super condition, with no damage to the veneer or metal ladders
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookshelf with Iron Frame, Italy, 1960s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Mid Century Modern Teak Bookshelf Italy 1960. A refined Mid-Century Modern single-module shelving
Iron
Mid-Century Danish Teak Hutch Cabinet Johannes Andersen for Wilhelm Schaum Oy
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Seaford, GB
cabinet, dining storage unit, or stylish sideboard for your mid-century home. Timeless Appeal: Warm teak
Teak
Large Floating Teak Wall Mounted Shelf by Walter Wirtz for Wilhelm Renz, 1960s
By Walter Wirtz, Wilhelm Renz
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful floating wall unit designed by Walter Wirtz for Wilhelm Renz, Germany, 1960s. Very good
Teak
Danish 6-Bay Modular Teak Corner Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish 6-Bay Modular Teak Corner Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s. Large and impressive
Teak
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Wood Bookcase with Drop-Down Desk, 1960
By Bjerringbro Kontormøbler
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Danish modern teak wood bookcase with drop-down desk by BBM Bjerringbro
Brass
$5,715Sale Price|35% Off
Mid-Century Modern, 1960 Extra Large Teak / Metal Tomado Shelving library system
By Tomado
Located in Markington, GB
— likely one of the largest sets available worldwide. This impressive mid-century shelving unit is in
Metal
Mid-century Teak Sideboard Model HB 20 by Johannes Andersen for Hans Bech, 1968
By Hans Bech, Johannes Andersen
Located in Dublin 8, IE
classic piece that embodies the elegance of mid-century Scandinavian design. The sideboard features a
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Shelf System FM Denmark 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Kai Kristiansen shelf system in teak. Manufactured by FM Feldballes Møbelfabrik Denmark in 1960s
Teak
Modular Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM Mobler, Denmark, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
Located in Ranst, VAN
Danish modular wall unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM Møbler, Denmark 1960s. This teak setup has two
Teak
Mid Century Solid Wood Credenza/ Media Console by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
to any living space. Showcasing a sleek mid-century aesthetic, it blends natural warmth with
Wood, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Teak Modular Cabinet with Shelving
By Søberg Møbler, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This is a modular two piece shelving/storage unit made from solid old growth teak wood, finished in
Teak
Price Upon Request
Danish Walnut Stand Alone Wall Unit / Room Divider / Bookshelf
By HG Furniture
Located in Kensington, MD
Danish Walnut Stand Alone Wall Unit / Room Divider / Bookshelf Additional information: Material
Walnut
$5,197 / item
Poul Cadovius teak bookcase, 1960's
By Poul Cadovius
Located in LYON, FR
Poul Cadovius Royal System bookcase Modular bookcase from the 1960s in teak by Poul Cadovius Royal
Teak
$1,831Sale Price|30% Off
Exceptional Minimalistic Vintage Totally Free-Hanging Teak Retro Desk sideboard
Located in Markington, GB
house full of these wall units, they are all in very good vintage condition. Each cupboard or shelf can
Teak
$2,116Sale Price|20% Off
Exceptional Minimalistic Vintage Totally Free-Hanging Teak 1960 Retro Desk
Located in Markington, GB
house full of these wall units, they are all in very good vintage condition. Each cupboard or shelf can
Teak
$2,333Sale Price|20% Off
Exceptional Totally Free-Hanging Teak 1960 Retro Sideboard/Desk/Cocktail cabinet
Located in Markington, GB
units, they are all in very good vintage condition. Each cupboard or shelf can be placed on the wall as
Teak
$1,572Sale Price|25% Off
Exceptional Minimalistic Vintage Totally Free-Hanging Teak 1960 Retro Desk
Located in Markington, GB
these wall units, they are all in very good vintage condition. Each cupboard or shelf can be placed on
Teak
Italian Teak, Black Metal and Brass Midcentury Bookshelves Roomdivider
By Poggi, Franco Albini and Franca Helg
Located in Varese, Lombardia
divider. It is composed by 3 vertical upright, 2 cabinets with doors and shelf, and 5 adjustable shelves
Brass, Metal
Tension Pole Free Standing Emerald Gold Aluminum Omni Wall Unit by George Nelson
By George Nelson, Omnibus Design
Located in Chattanooga, TN
mid-century innovation. The shelving unit is supported by slender, spring-loaded tension poles
Aluminum, Metal
Poul Cadovius Royal Cado Shelving System, Teak & Glass, 1968
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cado Royal System 3 bay Unit. Includes 3 cabinets and 8 shelves. Unit comes with Four 78" tall
Brass
Teak and Brass Midcentury Free Standing Bookshelf Attributed to ISA
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Bookshelf made from teak wood in the 1950s.It is equipped with storage unit and shelfs. Overall
Brass
$2,170Sale Price|54% Off
Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard
Located in Markington, GB
Sought after wall unit, totally free-hanging XXL sideboard / Desk, it comes with a two open
Teak
$1,899Sale Price|43% Off
Exceptional Totally Free-Hanging Teak 1960 Retro sideboard Credenza home office
Located in Markington, GB
house full of these wall units, they are all in very good vintage condition. Each cupboard or shelf can
Teak
$2,713Sale Price|52% Off
Minimalistic Vintage Totally free-hanging teak 1960 Retro Desk, shelves cupboard
Located in Markington, GB
house full of these wall units, they are all in very good vintage condition. Each cupboard or shelf can
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Carl-Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs TV / Stereo Stand, HMN 1950s
By Mikko Nupponen, Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Helsinki, FI
A Mid-Century Modern TV or stereo stand by Carl-Gustaf “Nalle” Hiort af Ornäs, crafted in teak and
Birch, Teak
$6,073Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-century modern wooden bookcase cabinet modular by Jan De Vries, Italy, 1970s
By Maisa
Located in Nicolosi, IT
A true exemplar of 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern design, this modular bookcase system was
Rattan, Wood
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.